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Northwestern Oklahoma State University

Alva, Oklahoma

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Overview

Enrollment

1,852
Northwestern Oklahoma State University overview
Location Alva, Oklahoma
Online nwosu.edu
School Type Public 4 Year
Setting Remote Town
Northwestern Oklahoma State University overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Northwestern Oklahoma State University is located in the rural community of Alva, Oklahoma, approximately 150 miles northwest of Oklahoma City. Established in 1897 as a territorial normal school, the institution now serves as a public regional university with additional campus locations in Enid and Woodward. The main campus features a mix of historic and modern buildings spread across 70 acres, including Heritage Hall, a Depression-era structure listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs with particular emphasis in education, business, and nursing, while maintaining an open admission policy for Oklahoma residents. Students can choose from traditional dormitory housing options in three residence halls, and the university competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the Rangers.

Ratings

4/10

Overall

4/10

Academics

4/10

Resources

5/10

Outcomes

8/10

Value

NWOSU is rated within the lower 38% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Extremely Easy
Northwestern Oklahoma State University overview
SAT 830/1070
ACT 16/22
GPA 3.42

Applications Accepted

56.4% 
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Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Average
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Oklahoma Resident Tuition

$5,448
In State Costs for Northwestern Oklahoma State University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,600
Other Fees$522
Room and Board $5,220
Budget for Other Expenses$6,000
Total One Year Cost$18,790

Out of State Resident Tuition

$11,142
Out of State Costs for Northwestern Oklahoma State University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,600
Other Fees$522
Room and Board $5,220
Budget for Other Expenses$6,000
Total One Year Cost$24,484

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$40,400 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

37% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Northwestern Oklahoma State University students
Subject Percent of Class
Education 20%
Business 20%
Psychology 12%
Agriculture 8%
Health Professions 6%

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Last updated February 24, 2024